Varnum
boy nameVarnum entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #3690 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
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rank today
#3690
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3690 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Varnum are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Varnum alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Varnum in 2025?
- Varnum is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Varnum most popular?
- Varnum peaked in 1949, reaching #3690 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Varnum with classmates?
- Varnum will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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